Serving 566 students in grades 6-8, Blackmon Road Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackmon Road Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Blackmon Road Middle School's student population of 566 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blackmon Road Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackmon Road Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
39%
36%
White
32%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackmon Road Middle School's ranking?
Blackmon Road Middle School is ranked #482 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Blackmon Road Middle School often compared to?
Blackmon Road Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aaron Cohn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Blackmon Road Middle School?
566 students attend Blackmon Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Blackmon Road Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackmon Road Middle School?
Blackmon Road Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackmon Road Middle School offer ?
Blackmon Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Blackmon Road Middle School part of?
Blackmon Road Middle School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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